Aftercare After successful surgery of the external ankle fracture, an early functional follow-up treatment can take place, i.e. the mobility of the ankle joint can be trained while relieving the operated leg. A lower leg cast is only necessary in the case of extensive fractures. The inserted wound tubes (Redon drainages) are removed on the … Aftercare | Surgery after an external ankle fracture
Introduction The external ankle fracture (fibula fracture) can be treated surgically or conservatively. Which treatment is appropriate in individual cases depends on the exact location of the fracture and which structures are affected. In this context, it is particularly important whether the syndesmosis (“ligament adhesion”) between the inner and outer ankle is also affected and … Therapy of the external ankle fracture
Conservative therapy for external ankle fracture In principle, conservative therapy of the external ankle fracture is possible for non-displaced fractures and fractures without syndesmosis injury. This includes simple external ankle fractures or internal ankle fractures below the syndesmosis as well as non-displaced external ankle fractures at the level of the syndesmosis, provided that the syndesmosis … Conservative therapy for external ankle fracture | Therapy of the external ankle fracture
Operation for fracture of the lateral malleolus In unstable or displaced fractures of the Weber B and C types, in which the ligamentous apparatus of the ankle has very probably or certainly also been injured, as well as in so-called open fractures, in which one or more of the fragments protrude through the skin to … Operation for fracture of the lateral malleolus | Therapy of the external ankle fracture
The physician sees the classic picture of an external ankle fracture as follows: Swelling Hematoma discoloration (bruise) Pain Misalignment Function restriction (Funktio laesa) Depending on the extent of the fracture and the accompanying injuries, the above-mentioned signs (symptoms) of an external ankle fracture occur in varying degrees and locations. On reaching the doctor, the injured … Symptoms of an external ankle fracture
Definition The Volkmann triangle denotes a splitting off of the bone in the area of the ankle joint. The fracture results in an injury to the lower end of the tibia bone. Due to the special anatomy of the ankle joint, a bone triangle can be blown off at the front edge as well as … Volkmann Triangle
Diagnosis of a Volkmann Triangle In the diagnostic ladder one usually starts with an anamnesis, in which the course of the accident is asked by the doctor. This is followed by a physical examination of the ankle. Here, movement restrictions and instability in the ankle may be noticed. Afterwards, imaging is usually carried out using … Diagnosis of a Volkmann Triangle | Volkmann Triangle
Duration After a fracture of the ankle joint with the formation of a Volkmann’s triangle, both conservative and surgical treatment requires a relief of the affected ankle for at least six weeks. During this time, the leg must not be loaded at all at first, and later partially. A stabilizing splint is also worn. Subsequently, … Duration | Volkmann Triangle
The classification is according to Weber and indicates the extent of the fracture and concomitant injuries. The fracture in the most minor injury, Weber A, is below the joint gap, with intact syndesmosis ligaments. In Weber B, the fracture is generally still stable at the level of the joint gap or in the area of … Stress after an ankle fracture
Risks of early exposure If the foot is loaded too early, a refracture may occur or the healing of the wound may be delayed. In addition, if a set screw had to be inserted, too early loading may cause the material to collapse, which would mean a new operation. In other cases, it is possible … Risks of early exposure | Stress after an ankle fracture
Resources For the accompanying treatment of an ankle fracture can be treated with supporting bandages and tape. Stabilizing tape bandages and bandages are very effective in restoring confidence in the foot, especially after the healing process has subsided and the sporting activity has begun. They also reduce the strain and the ankle joint feels much … Resources | Stress after an ankle fracture
